For information on features and amenities at each chain, please refer to our
Extended Stay Chain Comparison Survey. To permit a
meaningful price comparison, we recorded the best available daily rates (based on a weekly stay) for one-bedroom suites at all hotels for the same time
period - a stay from December 17 to December 24 2005. The suites in our rate survey all are
2-room suites with separate bedrooms and living/dining rooms with fully-equipped kitchens, including (at a minimum) a refrigerator, sink,
microwave and stovetop.
For past rates, see our June
2005 1-BR Rate Survey
For studio rates, please see our Studio Survey.
Comparing the one-bedroom suite rates with the studio rates, we found significant variation between moderate and luxury brands, with
an average difference of $21.45 at Candlewood Suites, and just a $5.14 price difference at Residence Inn. This makes the upscale chains an
excellent value in most locations.
Average Difference Between Studio & One-Bedroom Rates |
Candlewood Suites |
TownePlace Suites |
Staybridge Suites |
Homewood Suites |
Residence Inn |
$21.45 |
$19.53 |
$11.55 |
$9.77 |
$5.14 |
Note: Calculations are limited to properties that were included in both surveys.
In all, we checked rates for 765 properties in 250 US market
areas. In many areas, there is more than one hotel of a particular brand. When these hotels charge different rates, we provide a price
range. When there is no vacancy for the particular suite type, this is indicated by "nv". Clicking on the state and city links
below will access a list of all extended stay options at the location, including those that make up our survey. Detailed information and online
reservations are available.
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